Great name for a band
Upright Vessel
The story
Upright Vessel formed in the misty coastal city of Port Blanche, where sea fog and city lights blend into a moody backdrop. The band’s founding members, singer/guitarist Riley Moran and drummer Cassia Tran, met at an open mic night, bonding over a shared affinity for nautical folklore and cinematic post-rock. Soon, bassist Eli Vargas and keyboardist Jun Harlow joined, drawn by the band’s vision of creating music that felt like a journey at sea—vulnerable, dynamic, and alive.
Their name, Upright Vessel, nods to both the imagery of steadfast ships braving uncertain waters, and to the band’s unyielding honesty in their lyrics and sound. The group quickly cultivated a following for their immersive live shows, where moody visuals and swelling arrangements sweep audiences into uncharted emotional territory.
Indie Rock with elements of Post-Rock and Dream Pop
Harborlight
Verse (C - G - Am - F) C G Lanterns flicker on the pier Am F Salt and silence in the air C G Every echo, every glance Am F Drifting out into the chance C G Maps are torn and stars are dim Am F But I still keep sailing in C G Waves may rise, but I remain Am F Steadfast in the pouring rain Chorus (F - Am - C - G) F Am Guide me, harborlight C G Through the sleepless blue F Am I am an upright vessel tonight C G Steering home by thoughts of you F Am Shine on, through the mist C G Hold me to the line F Am In the storm or quiet bliss C G Let your beacon intertwine (Break - Am - F - C - G) Verse (C - G - Am - F) C G Ancient voices in the gale Am F Telling stories, spinning tales C G If I founder, if I fall Am F Will your light recall it all? Chorus (F - Am - C - G) F Am Guide me, harborlight C G Through the sleepless blue F Am I am an upright vessel tonight C G Steering home by thoughts of you F Am Shine on, through the mist C G Hold me to the line F Am In the storm or quiet bliss C G Let your beacon intertwine Outro (Am - F - C - G) Am F Stay, stay burning C G I will follow you Am F Night returning C G But your light is true
Biggest fan
Melinda Carter
"I've been a fan of Upright Vessel since their first show at the Lighthouse Tavern. Their music wraps around you like a safe harbor, especially 'Harborlight,' which helped me through a tough breakup. The band always takes time to talk after shows, and seeing my own poetry inspire a lyric in their set made me feel seen. Upright Vessel isn’t just a band—they’re a beacon for anyone navigating their own stormy seas."